2009 GMC Savana vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 1665 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 GMC Savana (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Savana | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Savana | 616 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2480 mm |
